Leica Biosystems SM2500 - Manual (Page 64)

64 Instruction manual V 1.3 – 10/2007
6. Trouble shooting
6.1 Error codes
• In the event of malfunctions, the instrument displays corresponding error
codes, described below.
• The error codes are shown in the lower display in area 4 (see chap. 5.4.12).
• Press any button to acknowledge / delete the error code displayed.
Error code
E 001
E 002
Cause
Connection to limit
switches interrupted.
RAM error.
Corrective action
Verify if plug screws of connect-
ing cable ‘microtome to control
unit’ are properly tightened.
Call Leica Technical Service.
6.3 Power failure
• If there is a power failure while the microtome is in motion, the micro-
tome will stop in the position where the power failure occurred.
• Once power has been restored, the instrument will automatically go to
STANDBY mode:
press the STANDBY button to change from standby to active mode.
Error
Instrument not working.
Lamp not working.
Vacuum cleaner not
working (SP2600).
Cause
Connecting cables / power cord
not connected / not correctly
connected.
Line fuses defective.
Cable not properly connected.
Lamp fuse (in control unit)
defective.
Cable not properly connected.
Vacuum cleaner fuse
(in control unit) defective.
Corrective action
Verify if connecting cable ‘micro-
tome to control unit’ and/or mains
cable are properly connected.
Replace line fuses.
(see chapters 7.2.2 and 4.5.1).
Check lamp connecting cable.
Replace lamp fuse.
(see chapter 7.2.2).
Check vacuum cleaner connect-
ing cable.
Replace vacuum cleaner fuse.
(see chapter 7.2.2).
6.2 Instrument / accessories not working